Environmental Defense Fund: USDA Cabinet Nominee Vilsack Is Positioned to Act Fast on Climate
December 10, 2020
December 10, 2020
NEW YORK, Dec. 10 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following statement by President Fred Krupp:
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"President-elect Joe Biden just nominated a veteran leader for Agriculture Secretary in Tom Vilsack -- a huge advantage for rebuilding a more resilient farm economy and driving fast action on climate.
"From floods and fires to trade wars and a global pandemic, the incoming administration will need to provide a swift lifeline to farmers . . .
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"President-elect Joe Biden just nominated a veteran leader for Agriculture Secretary in Tom Vilsack -- a huge advantage for rebuilding a more resilient farm economy and driving fast action on climate.
"From floods and fires to trade wars and a global pandemic, the incoming administration will need to provide a swift lifeline to farmers . . .